Royal Pain

Why Has Lorde Been Banned in San Francisco?

One of the most popular artists in America has been banned in one of the most liberal cities in America and, somehow, it all has to do with sports. Two major radio stations in San Francisco, home of World Series contenders the Giants, have vowed to keep Lorde’s hit song “Royals” off the air until the World Series is over. The Giants will be squaring off against the Kansas City Royals, and both KFOG and KOIT don’t want to inadvertently throw Kansas City any support. (Get on board, Alice and LIVE 105!) After the Giants secured their spot in the World Series last Thursday, KFOG wrote the following on their Facebook page:

No offense, Lorde, but for the duration of the World Series, KFOG
Radio will be a “Royals”-free zone. We’re sure you understand.

On second thought, maybe “Gigantic” by the Pixies would be a better choice. And as for Lorde, between being banned in San Francisco and parodied on South Park, I think we can safely say she has arrived.